Why Runners Over 30 Need Omega-3 Supplementation
Posted by George Parker onAs runners over 30, maintaining peak performance while safeguarding long-term health becomes increasingly important. Omega-3 fatty acids, often found in fish oil, play a significant role in supporting overall well-being and enhancing athletic performance. Supplementing...
Why Runners Over 30 Need to Supplement with Iron (But Not All the Time)
Posted by George Parker onAs runners over 30, our bodies undergo changes that affect our endurance, recovery, and overall performance. One essential nutrient that plays a crucial role in maintaining peak athletic condition is iron. Iron supports oxygen transportation...
Why Runners Over 30 Need Protein
Posted by George Parker onAs runners over 30, our bodies face challenges that impact muscle recovery, endurance, and overall performance. Protein is a key nutrient that helps manage these changes, making it essential in any runner’s diet.1. Muscle Repair...
Why Runners Over 30 Need a Multivitamin During Marathon Training
Posted by George Parker onAs runners over 30, our bodies demand extra care and attention during marathon training. The miles can take a toll, especially when it comes to recovery, energy levels, and injury prevention. This is where the...
Running Fingerprints
Posted by George Parker onThe stairway to my upstairs is where the bedrooms are for my two boys. Along the wall of the stairway, the paint is streaked with fingerprints, colors, and dirt. It's from years of my boys...
Run Stronger, Recover Quicker: Sleep, Nutrition, and Supplements for Runners Over 30
Posted by George Parker onRun Stronger, Recover Quicker: Sleep, Nutrition, and Supplements for Runners Over 30 Introduction Hitting your 30s doesn’t mean slowing down—it means running smarter. If you're a runner over 30, you know that recovery is just...
The Essential Guide to Staying Injury-Free During Marathon Training for Runners Over 30
Posted by George Parker onThe Essential Guide to Staying Injury-Free During Marathon Training for Runners Over 30 Introduction Are you a seasoned runner over 30, gearing up for your next marathon? Staying injury-free is crucial to reaching the finish...
Supercharge Your Runs Over 30 with These Top Supplements
Posted by George Parker onSupercharge Your Runs Over 30 with These Top Supplements Running is more than just a workout—it's a lifestyle. For runners over 30, maintaining optimal performance and recovery becomes even more crucial. That's where supplements come...
Hungry Eyes
Posted by George Parker onMany years ago, my wife and I went deep sea fishing off the coast of the Atlantic. We were on a boat named Hungry Eyes. After catching some big Cobia, I asked the captain about...
Space Race
Posted by George Parker onI’ve been watching the TV series Mankind on Apple TV, and it got me thinking about how the space race mirrors our running journeys. The show starts with a twist—"What if the Soviet Union won...
brat Running
Posted by George Parker onYou know how kids today have all these wild new words like "skibidi," "brat," and "sigma"? As an adult and parent, it can drive you crazy trying to figure out what they mean. What are...
A Lesson from Darwin
Posted by George Parker onLast New Year’s, I asked several friends to recommend a book that has changed his or her life. I got a variety of answers ranging from history, philosophy, religion, and fiction (including the Patrick O'Brian...
True Nobility: A Lesson from Hemingway
Posted by George Parker onErnest Hemingway, an author whose writing I admire, once said, "There is nothing noble in being superior to your fellow man; true nobility is being superior to your former self." Hemingway's writing style is direct and...
The Power of Routine
Posted by George Parker onGeneral Douglas Haig commanded the British Expeditionary Force in World War I. The daily stress and danger for everyone involved, from the trenches to general headquarters, are unimaginable today. This makes Haig's daily routine more...
The Myth of Daedalus and Icarus: A Lesson in Balance
Posted by George Parker onThe mythological story of Daedalus and Icarus is a timeless tale of ambition, caution, and the pursuit of balance. Daedalus was a brilliant inventor, renowned for his ingenuity and craftsmanship. Among his many creations, he...